SUMMARY

• Over Ten (10) years’ experience in Telecommunication Industry.
• Management of WAN Network Protocols (VPRN, VPLS, IP/MPLS, Frame Relay, PPP, OC3/OC12/OC48, T1/E1, DS0, GigE and Ethernet), Wireless technologies (WIMAX, Wi - Fi) and QoS.
• Experienced with GSM, CDMA2000-1X/EV-DO, LTE, UMTS/HSPA, WiMax and IP/MPLS Network.
• Knowledge of cisco IOS-XR operating system for network converging system
• Knowledge of SCADA (RTU, Supervisory station, and Communication infrastructure and Methods).
• Good knowledge of Computer Networks (OSI/Internet Protocol Stack, TCP/IP, LAN, WAN, WLAN, Mobile IP, MPLS), Routing Protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, RIP) and Access controlled list (ACL).
• Knowledge of SD-WAN (Software Define Networking) and Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure)
• Coordination of Engineering and construction activities in Oil & Gas and Telecommunication Industries.
• Management of Wireless Network Technologies (GSM, Fiber Optic Technology, Wi-Fi, WIMAX, UMTS)
• Experienced with Ericsson Mini Link TN, Harris True point, Alcatel MPR and Ceragon Microwave Radios.
• Configuration and Maintenance of Alcatel 7750 & 7450 routers, Juniper Routers, Cisco Switches and Routers, and Firewall & VPN Implementation. Knowledge of CWDM/DWDM and direct fibre to the Node.
• Knowledge of VoIP Networks and Protocols (SIP, SCCP, H.323, RTP, TCP, UDP)
• Knowledge of Verint (Witness) Workforce Management (WFM) and Viewer Application.
• Proficient in using of MS Word, Excel, Access, Project and Visio
• Good understanding of Call Recording and Quality Monitoring Solution (VoIP Environment)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Confidential

Network Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Implemented Networking technologies such as TCP/IP, MPLS, Frame Relay, Wireless Communication and Voice & Data Communication Technologies.
• Handled Implementation of cisco Application Centric Infrastructure -ACI (APIC, Spine and leaf switches), cisco next generation firewall (firepower).
• Handled the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Cisco Network devices, Switches (Catalyst 3500, 3600, 3700, 4500, 6500) and Routers (Cisco 7206, 3900, 3800, 2800, 2900, 1800, 1700)
• Implementing Cisco AAA, TACACS+, RADIUS, and cisco ASA Firewall.
• Implemented and configured network security on Cisco ASA with inside and outside interfaces
• Created Access control list to permit and deny access on the DMZ firewall and core firewall using cisco ASA
• Implemented site-to-site VPN tunnel through DMZ firewall using cisco ASA.
• Handled the configuration of F5 BIG-IP and Cisco ACE Load Balancer
• Configured GRE tunnel, VPN IPSEC tunnel (IKEV1 and IKEV2), and Remote Access with Cisco Easy VPN
• Implemented Network layer 3 Routing Protocols (OSPF, EIGRP & BGP) and layer 2 Switching protocol (VLAN, 802.1q & VTP) on Cisco network devices.
• Handled implementation, change management, and execution of testing methodologies.
• Implementation of DNS and DHCP and Orion Solarwinds
• Used ITSM and Confidential Tivoli ISM ticketing tool to open changes request
• Producing network utilization reports.

Confidential

Network Designer

Responsibilities:

• Designed IP/MPLS Network for the National Core transmission Network Implementation.
• Configured Alcatel 7750 & 7450 Routers, Juniper Ex-4200 & Ex-3200 Routers and Cisco switches and routers.
• Create VPLS (Layer 2 VPN) and VPRN (Layers 3 VPN) on Alcatel 7750 and 7450 Routers, bound SDP on the VPLS to create Tunnel between Provider Edge (PE) devices.
• Designed and implemented Telus Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) Network (GPON).
• Handled fiber splicing for very high speed internet access (VDSL) and 5HD IPTV transmission at FDH and NAP.
• Designed and Implemented fiber transmission path (CO, FDH, NAP) for broadband services (OSP).
• Provisioned broadband services for customer high speed internet access (HSIA), IPTV (1HD, 3HD, and 5HD services), pots and derived voice (ISP).
• Provisioned gateway modem, ONT and Wired and wireless digital set up boxes for IPTV and internet services.
• Implemented Broadband Network Gateway (BNG) using Aruba Access Point for customer CPE connectivity.
• Provisioned gateway modem, ONT and Wired and wireless digital set up boxes for IPTV and internet services.
• Implemented QoS, Q-in-Q, and VPN & firewall policy implementation.
• Designed IP/MPLS for the Multi-service-site, and created VPLS and VPRN for each service instance.
• Provisioned SAP ports to interface Customer Edge (CE) to Provider Edge (PE).
• Designed Wi-Fi network and integrated into LTE/HSPA Network for Converged Edge (CE).
• Handled CE Migration from OSPF Network to BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) Network.
• Configured VLAN on Cisco switches and Implemented Access controlled list (ACL) on Cisco routers.
• Used Alcatel 5620-SAM for network management and monitoring.
• Implemented policy for customer access to the BRAS server.
• Provisioned Alcatel MPR radio and Ericsson Mini-Link Radio for 2+0, 2+2, 1+1 configuration and XPIC.
• Build copper transmission path (CO, SAC, PED and DEMAC) from Line equipment, multiplex with DSLAM and split with pot splitter at the DEMAC for broadband services.
• Installation and repair of POTs, xDSL, IPTV over copper and fiber transmission, and Wi-Fi services.
• Terminated fiber, cat 5,6 and coaxial cable for broadband transmission and converged edge services.
• Monitored Wi-Fi services using Wi-Fi analyzer, and configured appropriate channel and power for better signal reception.
• Carried out DSL expert test, ASAP (copper) test, OTDR test, Broadband Loop and Service Testing (BLAST), and insight test to ensure clean transmission path.
• Carried out link bonding to provide high speed for converged edge services in areas where there is no fiber access.

Confidential

Project Coordinator

Responsibilities:

• Maintain consistency in the engineering deliverables following Thermon EHT Project Design Guidelines and project specific guidelines.
• Assist both the PM and the project controls personnel with real time package progressing
• Liaising with contractors, site managers, field operators and clients for effective implementation of project work.
• Developing and maintaining project Request for Change and Bill of Material logs.
• Coordinated customer requests through RFI process and handled changes through change management process.
• Review engineering documents (PI&D, Piping Isometrics, and Line List) to ensure length changes between bid and actual detail design are consistent.
• Review Engineering documents to ensure length changes between bid and actual detail design are consistent.
• Review changes between the unstamped isometrics and the stamped ones on two separate projects

Confidential

Field Network Management

Responsibilities:

• Configured Haris Truepoint radio, Ericsson Minilink transmission equipments, and Ceragon IP radios.
• Carried out RF testing, check handoffs and signal strength analysis using Qualipoc and TEMs, and interference analysis using spectrum analyser.
• Provisioned and upgraded Cisco 7604 switches and Cisco ME 3800 switch.
• Configured Cisco router interfaces and sub-interfaces for Wide Area Network (WAN) implementation.
• Implemented VLAN, QoS, and OSPF routing protocol.
• Configured and maintained new Ericsson DUW Node-B (RBS 6601).
• Performed MAC process (Move, Add, Changes) through change management process.
• Carried out Maintenance on Ericsson GSM BTS, Ericsson Node-B and Motorola WiMax BTS
• Performed Microwave commissioning, Software upgrade & maintenance on Haris OC3 Truepoint Radio, Ericson Minilink TN transmission equipments, and Ceragon IP radios.
• Handled Network conversion from TDM to IP based network.
• Configured Multiplexer WideBank28 for DS3 to DS1 conversion and Fujitsu flashwave for OC3to DS3.
• Sent weekly Report on work progress on the field to the Regional Manager.

Confidential

Network Implementation Supervisor/Project

Responsibilities:

• Coordinated the infrastructures Roll-out of the core and access for the Edmonton Wind Mobile IP Network.
• Involved in performance of Quality Control & Quality Assurance Management.
• Provisioned Microwave Radio for various configuration mode and hot standby mode (1+1, 2+0, 2+2 etc.).
• Developed and maintained project schedules based on the estimate analysis, the work breakdown structure, and regular productivity/progress updates.
• Carried out call testing (E911), handoffs, and coverage analysis of a base station.
• Implemented VLAN, QoS, and OSPF routing protocol.
• Ensured project deliverables are completed on schedule and on budget, as well as meets client quality standards.
• Sent weekly report of Deployment activities to the Regional Manger.
• Reviewed RFC 2544 and Microwave ATP test reports to ensure meet the acceptance requirements.
• Carried out site verification checklist to ensure every component in place before infrastructural deployment.
• Performed verification to ensure the deployed infrastructures meet the company requirements.
• Scheduled work activities to be carried out on the IP Network.